How To Wear Fall/Winter Trends In The Caribbean

Some of this season's hottest Fall/Winter '09-'10 trends: over the knee boots, capes and cloaks, leather, chunky knits, ripped tights & stockings, single-shouldered dresses, tops & bikinis, military fashions, ripped jeans/torn denim and see-through clothing.

Now, I understand that most of our readers live in a tropical paradise, therefore resulting in a little something we call... heat. So, either one is going to have to NOT wear these trends or find ways of wearing them suitably for our climate.

And that's why I'm here, to help you. :)

According to Fashionising.com; "Over-the-knee boots are the must-have item for Fall 2010." But you're probably wondering, “How on earth can I wear these in the Caribbean?” Well, you can, despite all the strange stares and odd expressions. During our wet season, the climate tends to get MUCH cooler, and it generally rains alot. Why not wear these on a rainy day, not only will your legs be protected but they'll look 100% fabulous!

I've already seen the ripped tights, stocking and jeans trends in Barbados, so I don't need to tell you all how to wear that! (please do keep in mind that these trends are usually better suited for the skinny person, my plus-size ladies, please dont wear ripped ANYTHING).

However, in recent times military fashions were slowly making their way to the Caribbean, particularly Barbados, and it's something that if done MUST be done well (or could end up looking tacky). It's hot, it's unisex and whether feminised, rocked up or worn with sexy androgyny, it's a winner! And there are different ways of wearing this; Rock Chic, Feminine and Bohemian Luxe. I think that Bohemian Luxe suits the Caribbean more. For example, over-the-knee fringed boots with skinny pants, foho prints, and a strict military jacket for a sexed-up bohemian look (giving the modern sexed-up version of the artistic expression).

  Examples of Bohemian Luxe

I personally believe that most of these international trends could be worn in the Caribbean, BUT it takes guts, confidence, and personality. If you're not a true fashionista, this CANNOT be pulled off. And timing, let's not forget timing, timing is everything. One has got to know when and where! For example; I would hope that noone reading thing article would wear the Bohemian Luxe trend to... let's say, school. THAT, I assume, would be a little inappropriate in any given Caribbean territory.

Feminine examples of the Military fashion.